Everything Pretzels with Chive Cream Cheese Spread

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (120g) warm water, 110°F/43°C to115°F/46°C
• 3 teaspoons (12g) granulated sugar, divided
• 1 (0.25-ounce) package (7g) or 2 ¼ teaspoons Platinum Yeast
• 4 1/2 cups (531g) all-purpose flour, divided, plus more for dusting
• 1 tablespoon (9g) kosher salt (see note)
• 1 cup warm whole milk, 110°F/43°C to115°F/46°C
• 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled to 110°F/43°C
• 8 cups (1,920g) water
• 1/4 cup (60g) baking soda
• Everything bagel seasoning, for sprinkling